Ashleigh Gardner breaks silence as ex-wife's cheating allegations pile pressure on Cricket Australia: ‘Respect privacy’

Wright claimed that the actions of Gardner should have resulted in some consequences, and Cricket Australia should have removed the all-rounder from the vice-captaincy role. Gardner maintained her silence on the matter for months, but on Thursday, she finally addressed the issue.

Taking to Instagram Stories, Gardner shared a statement, asking for privacy, but thanked Cricket Australia for sticking by her and supporting her continued leadership. She also apologised to Monica for all the pain she had caused.

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“While my separation from my wife is a personal matter, I understand my current relationship status needed to be addressed by Cricket Australia, given my position as the vice-captain. I am grateful that the CA Board has chosen to support my continued leadership. I look forward to playing a strong role as a leader and providing the best possible support for my teammates in the season to come,” Gardner said in a statement shared on Instagram Stories.

“I am grateful for the time Monica and I shared and sorry for the pain this has caused. I wish her nothing but happiness and success in the future. I won't be making any further comment on this matter at this time and ask that the privacy of those involved be respected,” she added.

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